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Nitecore MH12 V2 vs ThruNite TN12 V6
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$79.95Cheapest
US$80Most expensive
Weight
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Lightest
87.5 g (3.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
133.5 mm (5.26 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
1950 lmHighest output
Max candela
10200 cdLowest candela
16800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
202 m (663 ft)Lowest
259 m (850 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
58740 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
1x 3400mAh 18650 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aircraft-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum, Type III anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical useProfessional missions
EDCDutyCampingEmergenciesLaw enforcementSearch and rescue
Common praise
Good build qualityIncludes high-capacity 21700 rechargeable batteryLong runtime on low modesDual switch interface for tactical and daily modesCompact for a tactical beam distanceMultiple brightness and special modesUSB-C charging port with included cable
High maximum brightness of 1950 lumensNo accidental pocket activation due to tail switch on/offGood runtime with multiple brightness modesUSB-C rechargeable with battery includedCompact and durable aircraft-grade aluminum buildWaterproof to IPX8 and impact resistant to 1.5 meters
Common complaints
Long length makes pocket carry less convenientCharge port slightly off-center but functional
Tint shift issues on beam color, especially in lower modesThe side switch cover may get loose if caught in pocketEmitter (SST-70) not ideal for maximum tint or throw extremes
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